Releases: zSayf/Shield
Release list
V1.8
V1.7
Shield V1.7 Release Notes
🚨 CRITICAL UPDATE NOTICE 🚨
- Complete Application Rebuild: V1.7 represents a fundamental redesign with a new, enhanced architecture. Due to the scale of these changes, updating via the app's internal system is disabled for this release.
🚀 What's New in V1.7
- 🔐 Next-Gen Security Model: Implemented a completely overhauled security infrastructure, featuring state-of-the-art encryption protocols to significantly bolster data and privacy protection.
- 🛠️ Ground-Up Architecture Rebuild: The entire application has been meticulously reconstructed, delivering substantial gains in performance, stability, and overall responsiveness.
- 🌐 Modernized Deployment: This major architectural shift necessitates a fresh installation to ensure optimal compatibility and functionality of all components.
⚙️ Technical Enhancements & Optimizations
- ⚡ Performance Boost: Experience dramatically faster load times and exceptionally smoother operation across the entire application.
- 🔋 Resource Efficiency: Optimized for lower memory usage and reduced battery consumption, enhancing device performance.
- 🏗️ Future-Proof Foundation: Built with a new modular design, paving the way for easier implementation of future updates and feature additions.
- 🔄 Backend Infrastructure Upgrade: Improved data synchronization mechanisms and more robust server-side processing capabilities.
⬆️ Mandatory Upgrade Instructions
- Contact Developer: Request the Shield V1.7 installation package via WhatsApp (01125850800) or download it below.
- ❗️ Uninstall Previous Version: You MUST completely uninstall any existing version of Shield from your device before proceeding.
- Install V1.7: Install the new application package provided by the developer.
- Sign In: Launch the new app and create a new account.
📅 Release Date: April 4, 2025
📌 Version: 1.7 (Build 7)
📱 Requires Android: 8.0 (Oreo) or later
V1.6
Shield V1.6 Release Notes
What's New
- Important Account Reset: Due to a necessary system update, all existing user accounts have been removed. We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience. You will need to create a new account when you launch the updated app.
- Mandatory Username Selection for Google Sign-Up: When signing up with a Google account, you'll now be prompted to choose a unique username.
- Consistent Phone Number Formatting: Phone numbers are now consistently stored in the format
0xxxxxxxxxx. - Enhanced Confirmation Messages: Refined welcome and confirmation messages throughout the app for a more professional experience, with improved animations.
Improvements
- Streamlined Sign-Up Flow: Removed the profile photo upload step from the initial sign-up. You can still add/update your photo in profile settings.
- Improved Email Verification Messaging: Clearer messages for email verification issues, including a specific message for rate-limiting.
- Dashboard Layout Refinements: Removed the Settings card; Notifications card now takes full width. Settings are still in the bottom navigation.
- Settings screen: now the user has more options to control the app.
Fixes
- Fixed all known build errors and warnings. Clean, error-free compilation.
- Resolved various deprecation warnings.
- Addressed minor UI inconsistencies and layout issues.
Coming Soon
- Password Change functionality (Profile page).
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) setup (Profile page).
Important Notes
- Account Reset: Must create a new account after updating. Previous data is removed.
- One-Time Notification: A one-time notification on launch explains the account reset.
📅 Release Date: March 21, 2025
📌 Version: 1.6 (Build 6)
📱 Requires Android 8.0+
V1.5
Shield V1.5 Release Notes
What's New
- Profile Pictures! You can now add a personal touch to your profile by selecting a picture from your gallery or taking one with your camera.
- Easy Image Cropping: We've added a professional image cropper to make sure your profile picture looks perfect. Zoom, move, and adjust your picture easily!
- Sleek New Profile Page: The profile page has a fresh, modern look that matches the app's dark theme. Navigation is now simpler and more intuitive.
- Better Google Sign-In: We've made signing in with Google more reliable and consistent.
- Local Image Storage: We store your images in the device, and no external server
Improvements
- Smoother App Start-up: The app now loads your name seamlessly when you open the dashboard, without any visual glitches.
- Improved Interface: Streamlined navigation throughout the app.
- Clearer Update Process: The app will now display the Firebase Storage issue message.
Key Changes
- One-Tap Profile Access: You can now access your profile with just one tap from the profile menu!
- New Link System tab display message with a placeholder message
- Camera implementation working.
Fixes
- Resolved the image upload problem.
- Fixed profile picture does not apply
- Fixed an issue where your email address briefly appeared on the dashboard before your name.
Known Issues
- None, as of release. All known bugs have been resolved
📅 Release Date: March 20, 2025
📌 Version: 1.5 (Build 5)
📱 Requires Android 8.0+
V1.4
Shield V1.4 Release Notes
What's New
• Version Information Display: Added current version info throughout the update system
• Enhanced Update Screen UI: Improved visual presentation with animations and theming
• Better Update Comparison: Clear visualization of current vs. new app versions
• Integrated Brand Elements: Using AnimatedShieldLogo for consistent branding
• Optimized Notifications: Improved update available and completion screens
Key Improvements
• Visual Consistency: Applied app's design language across all update screens
• Better User Information: Clear version information helps users understand update context
• Streamlined Update Flow: Enhanced progress indicators and completion screens
• Optimized Layout: Better organization of update information and release notes
• Fixed Theme Components: Resolved styling issues for consistent appearance
Technical Enhancements
• Code Structure: Fixed structural issues in the update system
• Theme Integration: Proper use of Shield theme colors for consistent visuals
• Animation Improvements: Enhanced transition effects throughout update flow
• Security Enhancements: Maintained secure update verification process
• Resource Optimization: More efficient loading of update information
📅 Release Date: March 19, 2025
📌 Version: 1.4 (Build 4)
📱 Requires Android 8.0+
V1.3
Shield V1.3 Release Notes
What's New
• Enhanced UI: Beautiful animated dialogs and interactive buttons
• Smoother Navigation: Cleaner step indicators and transitions
• Improved Splash Screen: Enhanced with smoother transitions
• Redesigned Sign-in: Modern look with improved aesthetics
• Fixed Phone Auth: Resolved sign-up with phone number issues
• Performance Boost: Optimized animations and rendering
Key Improvements
• Polished Visuals: Dynamic effects and celebrations
• Better UX: Improved feedback and interactions
• Stable Authentication: Enhanced OTP verification process
• Streamlined Design: Reduced visual clutter
📅 Release Date: March 17, 2025
📌 Version: 1.3 (Build 3)
📱 Requires Android 8.0+
V1.2
Shield V1.2 Release Notes
New Features:
- 🔄 Cloud-based in-app update system with version monitoring
- 📱 Modern UI with Material Design 3 components
- 🚀 Automatic update notifications with easy installation
Improvements:
- 🛡️ Enhanced app stability and error handling
- 📊 Better download progress visualization
- 🔎 Added troubleshooting tips for common issues
Fixes:
- 🐛 Fixed force update navigation issues
- 🚫 Solved offline detection problems
V1.0
Shield V1.0 Release Notes
🚀 Initial Release
We're excited to announce the first official release of Shield, your comprehensive personal security solution.
✨ Key Features
• Robust Authentication System: Secure account creation and login with Firebase
• Enhanced Security Protocols: Advanced encryption and data protection
• Intuitive User Interface: Clean, modern design with responsive layouts
• Real-time Monitoring: Instant alerts for security events
• Cloud Integration: Seamless synchronization across devices
• In-app Update System: Automatic update detection and installation
🛡️ Security Highlights
• End-to-end encryption for sensitive data
• Session management with automatic timeouts
• Secure storage of credentials and personal information
🔧 Technical Improvements
• Optimized performance for minimal resource usage
• Comprehensive logging for troubleshooting
• Modular architecture for future expansion
• Compatibility with latest Android security features
📱 Platform Support
• Android 8.0 (Oreo) and above
• Optimized for phones and tablets
📅 Release Date: March 15, 2023
📌 Version: 1.0 (Build 1)